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Articles related to "United Empire Loyalists"
The United Empire Loyalists in Canadian History The name, United Empire Loyalist is an honorific given to the British refugees from the American Revolution who resettled in British North America. the united empire loyalists in canadian history • loyalists canadian history. canada and the afterma • canada american revolution • aftermath of the american revolution. the loyalist • the loyalists and the american revolution
Pioneers in Upper Canada Many of the first pioneers to settle in Upper Canada were Loyalists. As a result of the War of Independence, the Loyalists arrived before Upper Canada was created. pioneers • upper canada • settlers • loyalists • united empire loyalists
Black Loyalists in Nova Scotia The American Revolution divided the US. Those faithful to Britain went to Canada - soldiers, freed slaves, indentured servants and families- as United Empire Loyalists black loyalists in nova scotia • black loyalists in canada • black pioneers regiment • 3500 black loyalists settle nova scotia • united empire loyalists 1783-1785
Butler's Rangers Settle Canada Ontario's bountiful Niagara Peninsula was cleared and settled largely by United Empire Loyalists on land that had formerly belonged to First Nations residents. settlement of niagara • united empire loyalists • butler’s rangers • mohawk valley • native canadians
Four Waterfalls of the Niagara Peninsula West of Niagara Falls, along the Niagara Peninsula are four waterfalls that are a wonder to see, especially as they are for the most part still in their natural setting. niagara falls • waterfalls • decew • ball's falls • rockway
Jacob Anguish The Revolutionary War was a bloody, frightening and difficult time for the families who lived through it, as one soldier's story well illustrates. jacob anguish • butler's rangers • revolutionary war • american revolution • united empire loyalists
Jacob Anguish at Fort Erie Despite having lost a leg to gangrene, this reluctant soldier of the American Revolution lived many years, leaving many United Empire Loyalist descendants around Niagara. jacob anguish • butler's rangers • revolutionary war • american revolution • united empire loyalists
Jacob Anguish in Prison Jacob Anguish, a soldier in Butler's Rangers during the American Revolution, seems to have been aptly named; he lost a foot to gangrene. jacob anguish • butler's rangers • revolutionary war • american revolution • united empire loyalists
Life in Butler's Rangers Historical evidence for the rations, uniforms and living conditions of the men of Butler's Rangers during the Revolutionary War. lieutenant colonel john butler • butler’s rangers • mohawk valley • revolutionary war • american revolution
McIntosh Apple a Tasty Canadian Development Finding seedlings in the brush, the farmers McIntosh replanted and propagated the trees near Dundela, Ontario circa 1813, to produce the favourite McIntosh Red apple. mcintosh apple in canada • john mcintosh • allan mcintosh • loyalist farmer john mcintosh • william t macoun
Rose Fortune Was an Independent Woman Rose Fortune was a determined and independent woman entrepreneur in a period of history when neither women nor black people were encouraged to be either. rose fortune was an independent entrepreneur • annapolis royal nova scotia home of canada's first • entrepreneur rose fortune in annapolis royal nova • canada's first known police woman • legacy of rose fortune
The Causes of the War of 1812 In 1812, while Canada was a colonial backwater, the British were engaged in a life-and-death struggle with Napoleon Bonaparte. the causes of the war of 1812 • the second invasion of canada • canada napoleon • canada napoleonic war • canada war of 1812
A Brief History of Burlington, Ontario Many residents of this suburban community do not know much about the city they live in or its past. However, Burlington has an interesting and unique history. burlington • history of burlington • burlington ontario • history of burlington ontario • joseph brant
African Canadians February is Black History Month (or African Heritage Month). So I've decided to look at a few noteworthy African Canadians, that is, Canadians of African descent. canada • african
MARY SITTS (1772 - 1859) Canadian Pioneer Mary Sitts was captured by Mississauga Indians during the American Revolution. She was the first white woman to live in present day Brant County. Mary is truly a Canadian pioneer. mary • mary sitts • canadian pioneer • pioneer • pioneers
CHRISTMAS IN CANADA Christmas in Canada tells what Christmas was like for early pioneer families. It goes on to discuss traditions that have made their way into the Christmas season. canadian traditions • christmas trees • log cabins • pioneers • santa claus
Canada Did you ever wonder where the word "Canada" originated? It has an interesting history with numerous changes and relocations. canada • iroquis • provine of quebec • new france • history
Sir Isaac Brock He is known as the defender of Canada, as a national hero even though he was known to have a great distrust of Canadians. canada • britain • war • 1812 • queenston
Laura Secord Laura Secord's efforts durring the War of 1812 (when we beat the US) is among Canada's proud culture and is known to most Canadians. canada • upper canada • laura secord • war of 1812 • all that stuff
Things to Do in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, NB North Americans travelling to Eastern Canada for their vacation should consider a stop at St. Andrews by-the-Sea, a village inside the western border of New Brunswick. st. andrews new brunswick • new brunswick vacation • new brunswick vacations • saint andrews new brunswick • bay of fundy
Fraudulent Claims in Genealogy Gustave Anjou's many fraudulent claims of ancestral records are extremely problematic to professional and amateur genealogists. fraudulent claims in genealogy • family history forgeries created by gustave anjou • genealogical searches for mayflower descendants re • family lineage fogeries by gustav anjou • american genealogists reveal forgeries
In Honour of Canada Day Some Canadian sites and resources of interest to librarians and others. canada • librarians • librarianship • canadians • reference
Quilting History in Canada Log Cabin and Honeycomb are two of the many quilting patterns that tell the stories of the people who made them, and the settlement of Canada. quilting history in canada • traditions and origins are seen in settlers' quilt • log cabin and honeycomb • patchwork quilts and strippy quilts • conservation of materials
The Pre-Canadian Enlightenment Although Canada did not exist as a country during the 18th Century, many events that happened then still have an impact on this nation today. The Enlightenment party brought everyone together. new france • 18th century • age of enlightenment • new world • acadians
LIGHTHOUSES OF NOVA SCOTIA Lighthouses have been a part of Nova Scotia's historical heritage since 1734. Hundreds still warn ships off rocky shores and underwater hazards. They have guided sailors safely home since the 18th Century and will continue to flash their warnings for generations to come. canadian tourism • canadian travel • canadian culture • mary alward • mary m alward
The U. S. Constitution and Canadian History and Culture Preamble: <http://www.suite101.com/files/topics/6234/files/flag.jpg> Americans are notoriously self-confidant and not shy about stating that they think their system is the best in the world. Canadians can be a bit more objective about the U.S. Constitution, knowing it was a good model both for things to avoid and for things to emulate. u. s. constitution • war of independence • quebec act • loyalists • american civil war
Governors of Canada (1608-1867) This is the prequel in a three part series on the Governor Generals of Canada. canada • new france • frontenac • vaudreuil • british north america |
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